My digression from this weighty discussion is no doubt objectionable, but I couldn't help noticing Max's coining of the term "Mudcateers."

Meedka, Moodka, Mudcateers
Let's put on our Mudcat ears

OK, OK, levity break over. Back to the discussion....
-Joe Offer-

....you know, what's really disturbing to me is that Max may be too young to remember the TV show I'm referring to....